Originally Posted By davewasbaloo Not anymore Happy Haunt, not so much any more. Disney did used to have a greater purpose. Now it is a marketing channel for the opposite of shinola.
Originally Posted By A Happy Haunt That's a little harsh don't you think? last trip we a group of 11 (ages 5-65) & I really can't think of any one thing noone wanted to do or see. I do agree with marketing thing to thier death. No more HSM & my DD's want to see that new Hanna Montanna movie UGH!!
Originally Posted By davewasbaloo Maybe, but when I see how they are ruining DLP, and WDW and DL, well frankly it breaks my heart as a lifetime fan. It feels like when you have a family member that was a professional or professor and you love more of who they used to be rather than who they are.
Originally Posted By MPierce I can't remember the date, I think it was 1967 when POTC was built. It was amazing. Now here we are 42 years later, and they give us a pay for flight tethered ballon ride. Does anyone else notice folks are saying the price is comparable to other ballon rides in this park or this zoo in other cities? What ever happened to originality. What set Disney apart at one time was they were the innovators. Now they can only copy what has aleady been done. I guess it's ok though. Afterall it's only DTD. It's not like it's a reflection on the parks, right. Maybe they could set up a go-cart track next time or maybe bungi jumping. How about a trampoline park or how about some of those carnival games like they have at Chester, and Hester's Dino-Rama. I'm just worried about WDW turning into the ordinary.
Originally Posted By davewasbaloo Me too MPierce. And yet when I try to remind people, and hope they might rise up to demonstrate to the Disney Marketeers who trowl through these sights, I am hit with flamage. Frankly I think I may just walk away from it all...
Originally Posted By davewasbaloo sorry, in 23 I meant used to be a professional/professor then becomes senile. You love more of the memory than the reality, and you really hope the memory could come back.
Originally Posted By Fe Maiden <<What set Disney apart at one time was they were the innovators. Now they can only copy what has aleady been done.>> Since we're talking about DtD, how was the Village that much more innovative? As a kid, the worst part of every WDW vacation was a trip over there. I'd rather shoot myself. But of course let's not add any fun diversions like a tethered balloon ride, people might actually enjoy themselves.
Originally Posted By A Happy Haunt ^^HEY!!! I bought a cool pair of green flip flops at The Beauna Vista MarketPlace back in the '70's!! let's not poke fun! My point is if guests want a ballon ride..give it to them! less tacky tourist in line ahead of me @ HM!!
Originally Posted By danyoung I for one hope this thread continues, if for no other reason to show how many people can't spell balloon.
Originally Posted By MPierce >> Since we're talking about DtD, how was the Village that much more innovative? As a kid, the worst part of every WDW vacation was a trip over there. I'd rather shoot myself. << That's the point. It wasn't meant to be innovative. It was meant to sell Disney merchandise. It was never intended to compete with the parks. Build a bowling alley, build a Imax, build all the specialty stores, and restaurants you want. If you think kids have to be amused every waking moment put a Pooh's playground in, but make it free. Just don't turn Downtown Disney into a carnival, with carnival like attractions.
Originally Posted By MPierce >> I for one hope this thread continues, if for no other reason to show how many people can't spell balloon. << I thought Nikki was the only one that graded us on our lousy spelling?
Originally Posted By Spirit of 74 <<I'm just worried about WDW turning into the ordinary.>> How can anything with pixie dust, timeshares, pin lanyards, foamhead buffets and DISNEY MAGIC! be ordinary? ~What Happened to the Hard Rock in Dallas?~
Originally Posted By CarolinaDisneyDad I still like the balloon idea. I consider DtD to be in the world, so to me it is fitting to have things for kids to do there. I wouldn't mind a few more offerings.
Originally Posted By danyoung >I thought Nikki was the only one that graded us on our lousy spelling?< I guess not. I try hard not to be the spelling and grammar police, but some things you just can't let pass by!
Originally Posted By dshyates "Oh, please. Why would Disney put in a small train ride and carousel in DtD for little kids?. You would think Disney understands that going in from store to store with their parents is exciting enough." I don't have a problem with Disney putting stuff in to entertain the little ones. Its the quality of the little train that bothers me. I expect Disney to be the best of the best (especially with the prices Disney charges). If Disney wants to be seen as outlet mall quality then put in an outlet mall quality train. If Disney wants to be viewed as a premium quality resort, then outlet mall quality offerings shouldn't be there. This is where the Pooh Playground WOULD fit. As a free thingy to entertain the wee ones. By the way, I don't have a problem with the balloon ride.
